Memory Silicon Validation Engineer

About the role

We are looking for an energetic and passionate electrical engineer with a strong interest in memory test and failure analysis to join a team responsible for the silicon validation of memory compilers utilizing the latest process technology. Our team supports memory test and validation for high-performance and low-power memories used in the latest AI, networking, and mobile chips. The ideal candidate is hands-on, self-motivated, and has a strong interest in leading-edge memory circuit testing and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and definition of memory parametric test structures; work with cross-functional teams to integrate parametric structures into overall test chips.
• Collaborate with product teams to define memory content on product test chips, provide direction on memory testing requirements, drive consistency in memory test methods between product teams, and diagnose memory faults driving root cause through PFA/EFA.
• Develop and configure lab and test equipment for computer-controlled data acquisition.
• Create, modify, and debug memory test software using Python.
• Conduct memory testing, collect and organize data, and perform data analysis using Python scripts, spreadsheets, and other analysis tools.
• Document test procedures, summarize, and communicate test results to the memory design team.

Requirements

• Knowledge of memory architectures including SRAMs, register-files, multi-ports, and ROM.
• Good understanding of transistor-level circuit behavior.
• Skills in Python and C++ programming (preferred), Perl, or Tcl.
• Coursework or relevant experience in CMOS memory or datapath circuit design.
• Good understanding of SRAM transistor-level circuit behavior, failure modes, and techniques for statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of CMOS fabrication methods, digital circuits, and device physics.
• Strong Linux and shell scripting skills.
• Experience with lab equipment, silicon testing, and debug.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 8 years of related industry experience OR Master's degree plus 6 years of related industry experience.

Skills

• Good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Motivated, organized, self-driven, and detail-oriented; able to multi-task and work within deadlines.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is USD 109,700 to USD 175,500.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Competitive new hire equity grant and annual equity awards, subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(K) participation with company matching.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.
• Compliance with all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.